Updated: 5:43 PM CST Dec 11, 2017 WDSU Digital Team Christmas tree gets Louisiana treatment with shrimp boot decor Updated: 5:43 PM CST Dec 11, 2017 Advertisement Christmas tree gets Louisiana ...

In a bright room decorated with a mural made of Mardi Gras beads, workers dug into glitter, confetti and markers, transforming shrimp boots into coveted parade throws. For the past two years, the ...

For Hota Kotb, the former WWL-Channel 4 favorite who's now a regular on the "Today" show in New York, decorating a boot was a way for her to say, "A part of me will always be there." ...

In their second year throwing the decorative shrimp boots, the tradition has grown from one float decorating 40 boots to the entire krewe embellishing more than 4,000 boots to throw.

For many, going to the parades and getting a signature throw is a major highlight. This year, the Krewe of Carrollton is debuting their signature throw — shrimp boots! News with a Twist&#8217… ...

At this point, you're probably still itching to know what a "Christmas shrimp" is. The nickname began several years ago, when Arter had friends inquire about the borough's green Christmas decorations.

The krewe also sponsors other charitable programs and events throughout the year, such as a student cup decorating contest that awards the winning student's school $1,000 for its art program.